How to Pronounce Emcee

To pronounce "emcee", say EMC-ee — 2 syllables, IPA /ˌemˈsiː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˌemˈsiː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “emcee”

"emcee" has 2 syllables: emc-ee. It rhymes with free and devotee, if that helps it stick.

What does emcee mean?

noun

  1. A rapper.
  2. Initialism of main colour.

noun

  1. A medical facility, such as a hospital, especially one for the treatment and diagnosis of outpatients.
  2. (by extension) A hospital session to diagnose or treat patients.

verb

  1. To act as the master of ceremonies (for).
  2. To rap as part of a hip-hop performance.

Synonyms

compererap

Words that rhyme with emcee

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

freedevoteeseekeygleescreereparteeapogeesensualitysyncopeespritweighty

Related words

comperehostpresentsemo-rapacmeist

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "emcee"?▾

"Emcee" has 2 syllables: emc · ee.

What is the IPA transcription of "emcee"?▾

The IPA transcription of "emcee" is /ˌemˈsiː/.

What does "emcee" mean?▾

Emcee: A rapper.

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